OFFERTORY - February 22 & 23 4:30 PM Lisa Berheide Family 8:00 AM Herm & Rita Borgelt Family 11:00 AM CRHP Members

USHERS – February 22 & 23 4:30 PM Team 4 8:00 AM Team 5 11:00 AM Team 6

LECTORS – February 22 & 23 4:30 PM Erin Knueve, Stacy Knueve 8:00 AM Donna Schnipke 11:00 AM CRHP Members

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS - February 22 & 23 4:30: Grace Haselman, Kristi Honigfort, Mark Kahle, Mary Ellen Killion, Ericka Kimball, Erin Knueve, Stacy Knueve, Mandy Lambert, Becky Lucke, Deb McIntyre 8:00: Joan Peck, Joyce Klausing, Jane Kleman, Karl & Darlene Miller, Cody Niese, Joan Niese, Mary Plescher, Mike & Karen Sarka Ministers to Homebound: Joan Peck 11:00: CRHP

SERVERS

Tues, 2/18 8:00 AM Dakota Rosselit Ethan Schmenk Wed, 2/19 8:00 AM Alyssa Schulte Megan Schulte Thurs, 2/20 7:30 PM Bradley Siefker Josh Verhoff Fri, 2/21 8:00 AM Paul von der Embse Trevor Vorst Sat, 2/22 4:30 PM Erica Edwards Bailey Eickholt Ryan Ellerbrock Sun, 2/23 8:00 AM Brandon Erhart Zach Erhart Alec Fortman 11:00 AM Kristen Fortman Logan Gerding Lucas Gerding

Story Time at Kalida Library Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.

Parenting Program

Parenthood is filled with many questions. You are not alone! If you have children ages birth to 8 and would like to come together with other parents to talk, learn and en-hance the parenting skills you already have, please join us for “The Incredible Years” parenting program, beginning February 20. For further information, call The Putnam County Educational Service Center (419-523-5951. ext. 3023) or visit putnamhelpmegrow.wix.com/helpmegrow and click on “News and Events.”

Eyeglasses Lost A parishioner lost their prescription eyeglasses (brown frame). Call the Parish Center if you found them. Thanks!

CALENDAR OF EVENTS MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17 (Offices are Closed) ROSARY FOR PEACE: 1:30 p.m. HOLY NAME MEETING: 8:00 p.m.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18 SENIOR CITIZEN SOUP & SANDWICH: 6:00 p.m. BOOK STUDY: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., at the Parish Center

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 HIGH SCHOOL CCD: 7:00 p.m., in basement YAHS CHOIR PRACTICE: 8:00 p.m.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20 ROSARY: 7:00 p.m., in church

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21 CHAPLET OF DIVINE MERCY: 3:00 p.m. in church

Strawberry Sale

The Kalida FFA Chapter will be hosting a Strawberry Sale to raise money for leadership conferences, contest registra-tions, and other chapter activities. These strawberries are picked fresh in Plant City, Florida and shipped directly to Kalida High School. These strawberries are known to be some of the best strawberries in the country. Strawberries will be sold for $25 for a flat of 8 quarts and $14 for a half flat of 4 quarts. Orders can be placed with any FFA member or by calling the high school at 419-532-3529. Orders will be taken for strawberries from February 4 to 21, with deliv-ery happening the week of March 17.

Lent by Candlelight Sunday, March 9, at 6:30 p.m., at the Ottawa K of C Hall. All men and women of Putnam County are invited! Join us for this free event, as we gather to grow in our faith, and be inspired for our Lenten journey! Speakers will be Fr. Rick Friebel and Dr. John Wood. You can sign up as a single guest or you can host a table. Please call Jamie Klausing (523-6752) with any questions.

Euchre Tournament

The Columbus Grove St. Anthony School Advisory Council is hosting a PROGRESSIVE EUCHRE TOURNAMENT in the church basement on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2014. The $25 ticket will include 32 hands of euchre & soup and sandwich. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m., with euchre beginning at 7:00 p.m. Prizes are: 1st - $400; 2nd - $200; 3rd- $100; 4th - $100, 5th- 8th - $25. There will be a cash bar, 50/50 raffle, and raffle items. Tickets are on sale now. Contact Mitch Schroeder (419-303-4715), Karl Schroeder (419-915-0052), Kate Morman (419-659-6085), and Kim Birnesser (419-659-5641) to purchase your ticket. Purchase your ticket today, as tickets are limited.

Pasta Dinner

St. Nicholas/Holy Family Youth Group is hosting a Pasta Dinner on Thursday, February 27, beginning at 4:00 p.m., at the Parish Center, in Miller City. This dinner benefits Randy Wenzinger, as he continues to recover from a liver transplant. We will offer chicken alfredo with penne noo-dles, spaghetti with meat sauce, macaroni & cheese, lasa-gna, salad, drinks, freshly baked bread, and an assortment of desserts. Cost is by donation. Carryout is available.

Pastor: Fr. Mark Hoying, C.PP.S. Deacon: Bob Klausing 312 N. Broad St., Kalida, OH 45853 419-532-3474

Fr. Lochtefeld’s Photos from Late 1950’s - 1960’s

Top Left: notice the maroon curtains of the confessional and the design behind the statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Top Right: Obviously the design on the walls is now different and the steps have been removed. In addition, the altar is now moved forward and the tabernacle has its own space in the rear of the sanctuary.

Bottom Three Pictures: these are different angles of the old side entrance of church, as well as the former outdoor entrance into the basement and into the priest’s sacristy (little white door in the picture below) before the addition of the elevator entrance and parking lot.

� �� �� � �� � � � � � � � � � � � �� � �� � � are Judy Birkemeier's 5B class on Wednesday, February 19 and Annette Schroeder's 8A on Friday, Feb.21.

High School CCD Notes – February 19

There will be large group activities for all students not at-tending the girls basketball tournament game. Meet in the room next to the kitchen, in the church basement.

St. George Deanery Junior High Gathering...

has been moved to Sunday, February 23, from 1:00-7:00 p.m., at Ottoville. Forms for Jr. High students and High School team members are located on St. Michael’s website, under the Youth Group tab. New deadline for early registra-tions is Sunday, February 16.

Daytona Knights!!! Kalida Knights of Columbus members have the opportunity of watching the Daytona 500 on the Club Big Screen on Sunday, February 23. Doors open at Noon and racing is at 1:00 p.m. Bring your favorite snacks, enjoy the member prices cash bar, and some sort of sandwich! All proceeds to the new chair and ceiling fan fund. We will feature cannon fire at all caution flags, as well as games for the kids and people who get tired of watching cars go ‘round. See you there. Watch the bulletin for future events!

Detergent Fundraiser The Kalida Athletic Boosters are selling 5 gallon buckets (with dispensing pump) of laundry detergent and fabric sof-tener for only $45 per bucket. This detergent/softener is a high quality product, comparable to the leading brands (Tide and Gain). Order forms are available from any Athletic Booster officer or by calling Mike Gerding (419-890-6350), Dave Unverferth (419-303-4436) or Brian Laudick (419-233-2594). Order forms are also available in back of church. Orders must be received by February 21. Delivery of detergent is mid-March. Save money and help support Kalida Athletics.

Walking Toward Eternity Christianity is more than a set of beliefs; it is a way of life. Putting our faith into practice...daring to walk the walk...is where we differentiate ourselves. You are encour-aged to attend a live seminar entitled "Walking Toward Eter-nity," at St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Findlay, Ohio on March 8, 2014, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Jeff Cavins, creator of The Great Adventure Catholic Bible Study Pro-gram and the Director of Archbishop Harry J. Flynn Cate-chetical Institute, will present this part inspirational talk, part hands-on workshop. Through prayer, reflection, guidance, and the aid of the Holy Spirit, this seminar will introduce to you the spiritual practices that will show you how to engage life's difficulties and advance toward the goal of union with Christ. This powerful seminar will challenge you to put your faith into practice and make real and lasting changes that will help you to become the person you hope to be, drawing you closer to Christ. Dare yourself to walk the walk. Cost is $40 per person (includes materials) or $60 a couple (one set of materials) and lunch. Register at findlaystmichael.org or contact Geri Leibfarth (419-422-2646) by Feb. 28. Email: gleibfarth@findlaystmichael.org for more information. Jeff is also presenting a free session Friday, March 7, from 7-9 p.m., titled "I'm Not Being Fed."

From the Desk of Fr. Mark

Hi to everyone and I want to let you know that there is life beyond snow. Today I walked for three hours through a beautiful gorge and saw lots of beautiful scenes and wildlife. I picked fresh tomatoes and corn from the garden and will make American style soup for a feast on Monday. I have picked fresh peaches, plums and apples every day. There are fresh oranges and lem-ons in the yard for breakfast. I don't have a sunburn yet, but am working on it every day. Tomorrow I will be milking cows at a friend's dairy. Fishing and a beach house are on the agenda. I just wanted to let you know that despite being in a little heaven here, it's not quite heaven without you. Know that you are being thought of and prayed for. Just wanted to send some hope in the midst of Winter that God is still good all the time. See you next weekend. Fr. Mark

More Books, DVD’s Available in Church

• Pick up your free copy of "Pillar of Fire, Pillar of Truth," published by Catholic Answers, at the entrances of church.

• Now available at the tower entrance library "An Intro-duction to the Theology of the Body" 4 DVD series, with a workbook. If you would like to learn more about TOB, check this set out.

Pre-Cana for Engaged Couples The next Pre-Cana marriage classes for engaged cou-ples will be Sunday, March 9, 2014. If you have a wed-ding scheduled at St. Michael’s, please email stmich@bright.net, and we will send you a registration form. Thanks

Eucharistic Adoration – Volunteers Needed

Please sign up for Eucharistic Adoration and praying for the women attending the CRHP retreat next weekend (February 22 & 23). Adoration times in church are from 9:00 a.m., on Saturday, February 22, to 3:00 p.m., on Sun-day, February 23. There are sign up sheets at each en-trance of church.

“7 Secrets of the Eucharist”

The book study group discussion will be held Tuesday, February 18, at the Parish Center, from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., for those who have read the “7 Secrets of the Eucharist” by Vinny Flynn. If you have any questions, contact Connie Cleemput or Tammy Schroeder.

Religious Books for Kids Needing books to share the faith with your child or as a gift for First Communion, birthdays r Baptism? Available at the entrances of church are the “Catholic Prayer Book for Children” and the “First Book of Saints.” You can place your donation of $6.00 in the envelope provided and place it in the collection.

Mass Intentions for the Week

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17

8:00 AM COMMUNION SERVICE

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18

8:00 AM

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19

8:00 AM

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20

7:30 PM Bob Grote (A)

For the health of Ali & Gabriella Buss

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21

8:00 AM Norm Knott

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22

4:30 PM Alfred Ellerbrock (A)

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23

8:00 AM Dick Ellerbrock, Mike Feldman

11:00 AM Gilbert & Alma Burgei & Family

Eugene Hoersten, Rich Vorst

Richard, Gladys & Mark Unverferth

Charlie Berheide, CRHP Women

Last Week’s Collection: $ 8,998.66

Choir Assignments—February 22 & 23

4:30: Laura 8:00: YAHS 11:00: Youth

Pictorial Directories If you had your picture taken by Lifetouch, you get a free directory. If you are a parishioner who submitted a photo or simply would like to purchase a directory, the cost is $5. The directories are now at the Parish Center. If you signed up for an extra directory, you can now pick yours up at the

office.

Senior Citizen Soup & Sandwich Tuesday, February 18, at 6:00 p.m., in the church basement, with cards to follow. Cost is $2.

Next Youth Group Pancake Breakfast Mark your calendar to join us at the next Youth Group Pan-cake Breakfast on Sunday, March 2.

Junior Retreat - Sunday, March 23

Please mark this on your calendar! (Change of date)

Homecoming Mass This Sunday Sunday, February 16, at 4:30 p.m. It is a special Mass for those attending Homecoming, but all ages are invited.

Recent Baptism

LARKEN PAUL BUSS

Son of Andrew & Audrey (Erhart) Buss

Fresh & Clean

The walls of church have now all been professionally cleaned. You can see how dirty they have gotten over the past 17 years in the above picture (where they have removed the sound panels). Not only does it make it look nicer, it reduces the chance of the dirt becoming permanently embedded in the paint film.

Challenge Girls Gift Blankets

The girls in “Challenge” made and donated blankets

to Fr. Elmer, as well as residents at the nursing home.